Stanley William “Bill” Wenta III, 53, Columbia City, died at 5:51 p.m. Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at his home.

He was born Sept. 28, 1968.

Surviving are his parents, Stan and Kay of Columbia City; a brother, Jeffrey M. (Kathryn “Katie”) Wenta of Fort Wayne; and a sister, Carrie M. (Eric) Cearbaugh of Columbia City. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Also surviving is a close family member, Maureen Zottoly, Bill’s sister-in-law Katie’s mother as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Smith & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.